Dental implants work at any age

Sunday

Sep 10, 2017 at 12:01 AM

Question: Am I too old for dental implants?

Answer: There is never an age limitation for dental implants. It does not make a difference if you are 19 or 99, you can safely and predictably have dental implants placed to improve your quality of life. There is no reason for anyone to suffer through their lives with missing teeth and/or loose dentures.

With advancements in health care, life expectancy has greatly increased and many people will lose their teeth over time because of decay or gum disease. They end up with partials or full dentures which can limit the foods they used to enjoy.

Wearing dentures or partials may lead to jaw bone loss. That is why your dentures become loose over time. They do not have the same full foundation they once had.

Humans are social animals. They love to get together eat good food and share great times with family and friends. The inability to eat and feel comfortable can really put a damper on a social gathering.

The quality of one’s life is very important at any age. Dental implants can be the solution to improve your life. They can support the teeth you have to help you eat better, get better nutrition, stay more social and allow you to lead a more active and vital lifestyle.

Dental Implants support the overlaying teeth and prevent embarrassing movement and slippage that many people have with dentures and partials. Many patients who have converted their failing teeth or dentures to implants that were supported by a prosthesis have described the aftereffects as life changing.

So, eat well, live well, and stay social!

Dr. Mitchel Senft is a member of the Florida Dental Society of Anesthesiology. He has been treating patients with the aid of sedation since 1984. He is also a Diplomate with the Congress of Oral Implantologists. If you would like more information on the topics discussed and how they might pertain to your dental needs, you may visit Dr. Senft on the web, www.southfloridasedationdentistry.com, or call the office, (561) 967-2001, for a complimentary consultation.

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South Florida Sedation Dentistry

6633 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach

(561) 967-2001

SouthFloridaSedationDentistry.com

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